We provide comprehensive, quality care for all of our patients. While our practice treats all disorders of the foot and ankle, we have specialized training in foot and ankle surgery, diabetic foot care, and pediatrics.

Welcome to the practice of Dr. Dawn Hackel, your experienced podiatrist in the Chicagoland area. We’re confident you’ll find an unmatched quality of care from the foot and ankle specialists at our office.

We believe that informed patients are better prepared to make decisions regarding their health and well being. We hope you find this website useful and invite you to contact us with your questions at any time.

FAQ’s

A podiatrist, also called a doctor of podiatric medicine, is a specialist who provides medical diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle problems, such as bunions, heel pain, spurs, hammertoes, neuromas, ingrown toenails, warts, corns and calluses. A podiatrist also renders care of sprains, fractures, infections, and injuries of the foot, ankle and heel. In addition to undergraduate medical school training, podiatrists also attend graduate school for a doctorate degree in podiatry. Podiatrists are required to take state and national exams, as well as be licensed by the state in which they practice. According to the American Podiatric Medical Association, there are an estimated 15,000 practicing podiatrists in the United States. Podiatrists are in demand more than ever today because of a rapidly aging population. In addition, according to the association, foot disorders are among the most widespread and neglected health problems affecting people in this country.

During your initial visit, the doctor will explain the specific procedure you want, help you visualize the results, and go over the risks. A physical examination may be done and you may be asked several questions. Once any tests are complete, he will decide your diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Your medical file is handled with the utmost respect for your privacy. As a condition of employment, our staff are bound by strict confidentiality requirements. We will not release the contents of your medical records without your consent.

Why Us?

The main focus of our practice is the complete satisfaction of all of our patients. Every effort is made to ensure that our patients make well-informed choices and achieve the best results possible, all within a comfortable and confidential setting.

Family Foot Center now offers MLS Laser Therapy to their patients suffering from foot and ankle pain. MLS Laser Technology can be used to treat tendon and ligament injuries, Tendonitis and muscle sprains and strains among other ailments that patients may be experiencing.

Testimonials

"Dawn was very thorough and did a wonderful job explaining my treatment options! Dawn also had to fix an issue a previous podiatrist ignored, so I am truly thankful for seeing Dawn!"

- Patient, ZocDoc Review

"My friend recommended I come to see this doctor for my heel pain. My past food doctor wasn’t helping me cure my pain. I called today and got appointment the same day. She even stayed after hours for me."

- Juan C., ZocDoc Review

"Dr. Hackel went above and beyond-she explained what was going on in easy terms, explained all options, and was super honest."